This is a full-time position located in the Box Elder City Hall; normal schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; working some evenings and weekends.

These positions report directly to the Public Works Superintendent.

Purpose of Job

Operator I: The purpose of this job is to operate heavy equipment to construct, maintain, and improve streets and drainage systems. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, operating heavy equipment and vehicles to construct, maintain, and improve streets and drainage systems and perform additional tasks as assigned.

Operator II: The purpose of this job is to operate all heavy equipment and vehicles to construct, maintain, and improve streets and drainage systems. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, operate heavy equipment and vehicles to construct, maintain, and improve streets and drainage systems and perform additional tasks as assigned.

Operator III: The purpose of this job is to assist in the supervision and operation of all heavy equipment and vehicles to construct, maintain, and improve streets and drainage systems. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with supervision, training employees and providing technical assistance, operating heavy equipment and vehicles to construct, maintain, and improve streets and drainage systems, and perform additional tasks as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The Equipment Operator I/II (EO I/II) Minimum Qualifications: Work experience in the safe and efficient operation and minor servicing of light and medium construction and maintenance equipment. Educational background sufficient to understand work assignments is required as well as formal or informal education or training, which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance. A high school diploma or a GED is preferred. Equipment Operator I must have the ability to attain a commercial driver’s license (CDL). Equipment Operator II must possess a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with proper endorsements in accordance with the state Department of Motor Vehicle regulations.

The Equipment Operator III (EO III): Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Requires two (2) years of experience at the Equipment Operator II level or have received training and have been certified to operate two pieces of equipment; May require basic computer skills; An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification. Requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) with proper endorsements in accordance with the state Department of Motor Vehicle regulations. Preferred Qualifications: At least two (2) years of work experience at an Equipment Operator II level or have received training and certification to operate 3 pieces of equipment as an Equipment Operator II; Must be able to work with a team or independently and have strong communication skills; Computers skills are a plus; Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) is required.

Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements: PHYSICAL AND DEXTERITY REQUIREMENTS: Physical and dexterity refers to the requirement for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Requires medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, stretching, or lifting all of the time; exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis; and exceptional skill, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands, or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Environmental hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Applicants selected for interviews may be subjected to an appropriate background check.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Submit a complete application, letter of interest resume and transcripts to the following address:

Please note:Applications are available here. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. Resumes are required and are not reviewed in lieu of your application; therefore, ensure your application is complete.

MAJOR BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME REGULAR EMPLOYEES:

New full-time employees receive five (5) days’ vacation; Six (6) days of personal paid time off; nine paid holidays; Employee Health (includes Dental) and Life Insurance; Short Term Disability; Long Term Disability and Retirement benefits; Social Security contributions; other optional benefits.

PROBATION: An established probationary period must be satisfactorily served by each employee.

NOTE: When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made for an “otherwise qualified applicant” with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process.